Dewa
Sanskrit · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Dewa
The name 'Dewa' means "god" or "deity" in Sanskrit, derived from the root *div* meaning "to shine" or "heavenly." It is primarily used in Hindu and Buddhist cultures across South and Southeast Asia (e.g., Indonesia, Bali, India), where it appears in ancient texts and as a title for divine beings or royal figures.
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Etymology
The name 'Dewa' means "god" or "deity" in Sanskrit, derived from the root *div* meaning "to shine" or "heavenly." It is primarily used in Hindu and Buddhist cultures across South and Southeast Asia (e.g., Indonesia, Bali, India), where it appears in ancient texts and as a title for divine beings or royal figures.
Dewa currently ranks #15,930 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2019.
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